About us

SAI Aerospace Training Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ayrshire College and was established in 2024 to add to the existing capabilities and strengths of the world renowned Prestwick Aerospace Cluster at Glasgow Prestwick International Airport in Ayrshire, Scotland.

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We are a CAA Approved Maintenance Training Organisation.

UK.147.0162

We provide theory and practical training to produce aircraft maintenance engineers who are qualified, competent and ready to meet local, national and global demand for skilled maintenance professionals.

SAI Aerospace Training Ltd provides knowledge and practical skills training to bridge the opportunities between education and employment through:

Instructor Led CAA Approved Aircraft Maintenance Training.
Self study CAA Approved Part 66 Training Notes.
In person CAA Approved Part 66 Examinations.
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UK CAA Approved aircraft maintenance and aviation training in Ayrshire, Scotland.

Our mission

To deliver UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) approved aircraft maintenance training and upskilling to aircraft engineers and aerospace operational talent to strengthen the local, national and international aviation workforce.

Our hangar facilities provide a hands-on environment mirroring modern MRO operations including:

Hangar and classrooms.
Operational training aircraft and tooling.
Training aids including engines and aerostructures.
Examination and assessment facilities approved by the CAA.
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Our Values

Excellence
Every course delivered to the highest regulatory standards.
Partnership
Committed to compliance and transparency, promoting positive behaviours of staff and students.
Integrity
Responsive to demand led training from local, national and international engagement.
Collaboration
Build on industry needs of MROs, aviation and aerospace partners.

Step-by-Step to Business Growth

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2024
2024
• SAI Strategic Planning
• SAI Project Team appointed
• Subsidiary company registered with Companies House
• Classroom and hangar facility fit-out
• Preparation of CAA Application
2025
2025
• Key roles recruited
• Application to CAA
• CAA Audit
• CAA Approval
• Administered first approved exams
• Began Customer and Partner engagement
2026
2026
• Website launch
• Open course applications
• Course delivery
• SAI Launch Event
• National Engagement
2027
2027
• EASA Application
• EASA Certification
• International Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions.

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Where are you based?

We are based at Glasgow Prestwick International Airport on McNee Road, Prestwick, Ayrshire, Scotland, KA2 9DQ.

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What public transport is available to me?

There are regular bus and train services to Prestwick from the surrounding areas and from Glasgow area.

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What approved courses do you offer?

We offer CAA approved basic B1.1 and B2 courses.

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How long do these approved courses take?

Approved courses are typically 2 years on site instructor led training.

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Do you offer modular courses?

Yes – please see our modular course offering for this year.

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Are notes and exams including in the cost of the approved and modular courses?

Yes notes and first exam are included in the costs. Please note resit examinations incur a cost and can only be booked after 90 days from the previous exam per CAA regulations.

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How do I book a course?

Select the relevant course from our course page and follow the steps for enrolment and payment.

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Do you offer exam only?

Yes we offer exam only – Please see examination schedule.

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Do you offer self study notes?

Yes we offer self study notes.

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